Medical Care

The Bureau's professional staff provides essential medical, dental, and mental health (psychiatric) services
in a manner consistent with accepted community standards for a correctional environment. The Bureau uses
licensed and credentialed health care providers in its ambulatory care units, which are supported by community
consultants and specialists. For inmates with chronic or acute medical conditions, the Bureau operates several
medical referral centers providing advanced care.

Health promotion is emphasized through counseling provided during examinations, education about the effects
of medications, infectious disease prevention and education, and chronic care clinics for
conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension. The Bureau promotes
environmental health for staff and inmates alike through its emphasis on a clean-air environment and the maintenance of
safe conditions in inmate living and work areas. The Bureauís food service program emphasizes
heart-healthy diets, nutrition education, and dietary counseling in conjunction with certain
medical treatment.

Health Services departments at all eligible BOP institutions are accredited by the
Joint Commission, except Care
Level 1 facilities, which are excluded because they serve healthy inmates.

If you have concerns or questions regarding accreditation, the Joint Commission may be reached* at:

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Please note that the Joint Commission will not be able to assist you with specific BOP inmate medical or health questions.
If you have a specific medical question about an inmate, you are encouraged to contact the institution where he/she is currently located
for further assistance.